JUST IN: DeSantis Details The 'Destruction And Damage' Caused By Hurricane Milton In Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) holds a press briefing to discuss the response to Hurricane Milton in St. Petersburg, Florida.

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[LaceyWilliams-dr]

Thank you and God bless you ALL for All that you All are doing.

[whit]

Governor Desantis continues to provide a template and style for anyone in a leadership position to consider. Show me a better leader anywhere in this country. Florida is blessed to have him as our governor!

[karinjacka]

I am so impressed….Florida, you are fortunate to have Gov de Santis and such able people organised and prepared to help

[tcurry]

God Bless DeSantis and all of his support people. So much destruction we have faced. Please be safe, Florida needs you.

[StaciaHall-ez]

Best Governor! Thank you for your leadership and the team working for Florida after these storms.

[brendawelch]

Thank so much Gov. DeSantis AND team. Florida is blessed to have such a dream team. :)

[jovoorheescollinsmphbsnbch]

Dear Gov
As a public health professional and former EMT....
I sincerely thank you.
You've done a really good job with this. Thank you for being on top of what's been been going on and presenting the info to the public in a way that is easily understood and compassionate.
I know the job is not easy.
Continued prayers for you and your staff as you recover 🙌🙏

[mariaperea]

Thankyou GOV, DESANTIS, GOD BLESS YOU.🙏🙏🙏👍👍

[darlinecason]

This man is Awesome! Showing Government how his State is Strong n making it!!!❤

[anglerred]

DeSantis and his team are giving a master class.

[sjTHEfirst]

“Florida Does It Right” Should be the new State motto. Put it on the license plate!

[kayleneeuell]

De'Santis would make a great President, He is always there for His people in the state of Florida immediately. He stands for justice and Godly values and stands for Americans no matter what. God Bless him and His values and His family

[darlinecason]

Ps. These are the smart n leadership needed for our Country..❤

[PM-zbjm]

Thank you, Governor DeSantis! If Washington had leadership like you, this country wouldn't be in such a mess!

[gopherchucksgamingnstuff]

Thank all the utilities, roadway, and removal crews. You are doing the work.

[roceballos]

Governor DeSantis great job on everything that you have done so far! he has shown true leadership and hard work.

[susansmith]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻DeSantis glad you stayed with Fl. My kids are in Orlando. Great planning and follow through. Hope other governors learn from your example. Why can’t Seabees come and help????

[Terri]

Sweet and Bitter.... Thankfulness to God, ,, for What didn't happen! And Sorrowful for the loss of life! God Bless!🙏

[rosarodriguez]

Wow from before to after this governor of florida is still briefing us with valuable info thanks and gudos🎉

[Princessp]

Mr.Desantis, You're messages are clear and precise and to the point. This is effective information for those persons that may have a lot of questions. You have your information ready before going before the public. This is so necessary and appreciated. Precise, informative, and direct to the point is what needs to happen from all correspondence, vice presidential candidates, anyone in the public eye.Good day😊